Invitation Wording

The following questionnaire will give me the details that I need to complete the wording for your invitations. Below you will also find wording inspiration and examples. If you already know what you want to say for each item, feel free to skip down to the final section for each item.

Host *

Who is paying for the ceremony and/or reception?

Bride's Full Name *

Bride's Full Name

Please include middle name

First Name

Last Name

Groom's Full Name *

Groom's Full Name

Please include middle name

First Name

Last Name

Wedding Date *

Wedding Date

MM

DD

YYYY

Time of Ceremony *

Specify if you want "in the afternoon" or "in the evening" (tip: evening is more formal, while afternoon implies a more relaxed event)

Address of Ceremony *

Address of Ceremony

Address 1

Address 2

City

State/Province

Zip/Postal Code

Country

Reception Notes

Dinner and dancing to follow? Light refreshments?

INVITATION FINAL

If you know what you want, feel free to put the details here! Otherwise, I will take the information above and put together something lovely for you

Response Date *

Traditionally 2-4 weeks before the wedding. I recommend at least a week before your final count is due to the venue

Do you want a guest count? *

example: "_____ number of guests"

Meal Options?

Accept or Decline

My default wording is "accept with pleasure" and "decline with regret". If you want something different, note that here

RESPOSE CARD FINAL

Any other details that you want to add?

ACCOMMODATIONS CARD

What details do you want included on your Details/Accommodations card?

MAP FINAL

(If applicable) What landmarks do you want highlighted on your custom map? Any details outside of those discussed already?

Thank you!

Invitation Wording Examples:

Bride and Groom Hosting:

When the bride and groom host, you do not traditionally include the names of the parents on the invitations. However, it is becoming more popular to say "Together with their families" for those whose parents or relatives were involved.

Together with their familiesAbigail Jane SmithandHenry James Mulleninvite you to celebrate their marriage onSaturday, the Eleventh of June, Two Thousand and Eighteenat Six o'clock in the eveningThe Grosse Pointe War Memorial32 Lake Shore Rd, Grosse Pointe Farms, MichiganReception to follow

Because you have shared inour lives by your friendship and love, weLauren Elizabeth MatthewsandWilliam Eugine Greyinvite you to share the beginning of our new life togetheras we exchange marriage vowson Friday, the eleventh of May, two thousand eighteenAt half past four o'clock in the afternoonThe Grosse Pointe War Memorial32 Lake Shore Rd, Grosse Pointe Farms, MichiganDinner and Dancing to follow

Parents of the Bride (or groom):

Hosting parents are officially inviting the guests, so they are always mentioned first. If both sets of parents are financially involved, then both are listed. When parent's names are listed, there is no need to write down the sir names of the bride and/or groom as that would become repetitive.

Mr. and Mrs. Jeffry Smithrequest the pleasure of your companyat the marriage of their daughterAbigail JanetoHenry James MullenSaturday, the Eleventh of June, Two Thousand and Eighteenat Six o'clock in the eveningThe Grosse Pointe War Memorial32 Lake Shore Rd, Grosse Pointe Farms, MichiganReception to follow

With joyful hearts, Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Matthewsask you to be present at the ceremony uniting their daughterLauren Elizabeth MatthewstoWilliam Eugine Greyon Friday, the eleventh of May, two thousand eighteenAt half past four o'clock in the afternoonThe Grosse Pointe War Memorial32 Lake Shore Rd, Grosse Pointe Farms, MichiganDinner and Dancing to follow

There are lots of different ways that you can word your invitations. The options that I have listed above are just meant to serve as a general guide if you don't know where to start. Feel free to have a little fun and get creative with your wording, but don't let it frustrate you! Send me a quick note if you have any questions regarding your text and I will do what I can to help you.